Auto Care Association’s Manufacturers' Representatives Council to Host 2025 Business Outlook Webinar
January 22, 2025
BETHESDA, Md. – January 22, 2025 – The Auto Care Association’s Manufacturers’ 
Representatives Council will host a webinar unpacking some of the key challenges and opportunities the automotive aftermarket industry will see this year. Thought leaders from across the industry will explore these topics on Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. ET during the “2025 Business Outlook: Challenges and Opportunities” webinar.
A look at the current state of the auto care industry and opportunities and challenges for the year ahead;
Exploration of significant shifts in the business landscape or emerging trends, including consolidation and the role of private equity; and
Perspectives on bringing talent into the industry and evolving training needs.
An update on Right to Repair, including the REPAIR Act, and activities in Massachusetts and Maine;
A look at how the Auto Care Association is working to address the technician gap through Workforce Development Initiatives;
An update on how the Trump administration is approaching tariffs and trade goals from its initial days in office; and
Insights into how the 119th Congress may approach the tax bill.
Ron Aparicio, Motocar Parts of America
Jim Dykstra, Great Water Garages
Lisa Foshee, Auto Care Association
Mike Mohler, The Automotive Parts Services Group, LLC
Representatives Council will host a webinar unpacking some of the key challenges and opportunities the automotive aftermarket industry will see this year. Thought leaders from across the industry will explore these topics on Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. ET during the “2025 Business Outlook: Challenges and Opportunities” webinar.You can expect experts to discuss:
Additionally, hear a government affairs update that will cover:
This webinar’s featured speakers will include:
Moderated by Paul Kokkinos, RPS Marketing, Past Chair of Manufactures' Reps Council
Registration is required for this webinar’s attendance. Visit autocare.org/events to register for the webinar.
Registered Auto Care Association members unable to attend the webinar live will receive a link to the webinar’s recording.